Apprenticeship Information for Employers

The Vanguard Apprenticeship Collaborative at Vance-Granville Community College is now sponsoring companies using our registered apprenticeship program. What does this mean for you? Our college:

• Drafts documentation for your company’s work processes, curriculum standards, and progressive wage scales (as determined by company)
• Assists with recruitment of apprentices and funding opportunities to sustain programs
• Maintains quality of program ensuring compliance with regulations and monitoring each apprentice’s progress

A Registered Apprenticeship vs. A Sponsored Apprenticeship

What is the Difference between a Registered Apprenticeship and a Sponsored Apprenticeship?

With a Registered Apprenticeship Program, the employer is responsible for creating their registered apprenticeship program through guidance by Apprenticeship NC. Through a Sponsored Apprenticeship Program, the employer is sponsored by VGCC and our institution handles all aspects of apprenticeship, including:

• Recruitment
• Documentation
• Related Instruction
• Tracking of apprentices

Determining the Best Plan for Your Company

To determine the best apprenticeship plan for your company, here are the steps:

1. Establish exploratory interest meeting with VGCC Career Services by contacting LaShawn Hawley at [email protected] or (252) 738-3336.
2. Determine Type of Apprenticeship Approach
   • Path One – Registered Apprenticeship
   • Path Two – Sponsored Apprenticeship
3. Work with A Consultant
   • To register your own apprenticeship, contact Reginald Baker at [email protected].
   • To seek sponsorship, contact LaShawn Hawley at VGCC
4. Develop documentation and define work processes, curriculum/related instruction, and wage scales.
5. Finalize documentation (e.g., Appendix D, MOU agreements, apprenticeship standards) and start recruiting and working with apprentices.

VGCC Registered Apprenticeship Programs Offered

The following programs currently have registered apprenticeship programs being offered:

• Early Childhood
• Information Technology
• Human Resources
• Bioprocessing (pre-apprenticeship)

And growing – we are happy to discuss program areas you are interested in adding to the list!